Carter Signs Bill for 152 New Federal Judgeships
Washington officials report President Carter signed legislation creating 152 new federal judgeships, including 35 on courts of appeals and 117 in district courts, aiming to reduce case backlogs and increase representation of women and minority groups in the federal judiciary.
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Learn to spot problem drinkers urged by doctors and clergy
Washington AP report says Dr. Joseph Pursch of the Navy Long Beach alcohol rehab center urged physicians and ministers to attend Alcoholics Anonymous meetings to recognize problem drinkers among patients and parishioners. He noted AA meetings are where alcoholics are and cited Betty Ford’s treatment as context. Former Rep. Wilbur Mills chaired the conference. Mills, now a lawyer, spoke of his own sobriety journey.
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Flight attendants challenge FAA cane rule on planes
Washington reporters note flight attendants object to FAA policy that treats white canes as carry on items to be stowed during flights. Patricia Robertson, president of the Association of Flight Attendants, says the rule victimizes both attendants and blind travelers and heightens safety risks.
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